American figure skater Ilia Malinin, known as the "Quad God" for his mastery of quadruple jumps, has returned to competition as a changed athlete, according to a report by Jordan Mendoza published on November 6, 2026.
The 19-year-old skater, who became the first person to land a quadruple axel in competition, is said to have refined his approach both technically and mentally ahead of the new season.
